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How Many Starbucks Are in the United States? (2026 Data)
6 min read · Updated 2026-05-13 · Independent, fan-made guide
Quick Answer
Based on this directory's analysis of OpenStreetMap records (May 2026), there are 11,041 Starbucks locationsacross all 50 U.S. states and Washington D.C. California leads with the highest store density, followed by Texas and Washington state. This count includes both company-operated stores and licensed locations (Target, airports, universities, hospitals). Starbucks Corporation's official count is higher — approximately 16,000 U.S. locations — because it includes locations not yet mapped in OpenStreetMap.
Top 10 States by Starbucks Count
| Rank | State | Approx. Stores |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | California | 1,400+ |
| 2 | Texas | 950+ |
| 3 | Washington | 650+ |
| 4 | Florida | 600+ |
| 5 | New York | 500+ |
| 6 | Illinois | 400+ |
| 7 | Colorado | 350+ |
| 8 | Georgia | 320+ |
| 9 | Arizona | 310+ |
| 10 | Ohio | 280+ |
Why California Leads
California's dominance in Starbucks store count reflects its large population (39+ million), high per-capita coffee consumption, and dense urban areas including Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego. The state also has a high concentration of tech workers — a demographic that skews heavily toward remote-work café use.
Company-Operated vs Licensed Locations
Starbucks's total U.S. store count includes two categories: company-operated stores (run directly by Starbucks Corporation) and licensed stores (run by third-party operators under a licensing agreement). Licensed stores operate in Target retail locations, airports, universities, hospitals, and other venues. They use the Starbucks brand and menu but have different hours, Rewards rules, and Mobile Order availability.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Starbucks are in the United States?
According to this directory's analysis of OpenStreetMap data (May 2026), there are 11,041 Starbucks locations across all 50 U.S. states and Washington D.C. This includes both company-operated stores and licensed locations (Target, airports, universities, hospitals).
Which state has the most Starbucks?
California has the most Starbucks locations of any U.S. state, with approximately 1,400+ stores. Texas ranks second, followed by Washington state — Starbucks's home state and the location of its Seattle headquarters.
Which state has the fewest Starbucks?
Wyoming and Vermont consistently rank among the states with the fewest Starbucks locations, each with fewer than 20 stores. Small population and rural geography limit the chain's footprint in these states.
How many Starbucks are in the US total including Canada?
Including Canada, this directory indexes 12,312 Starbucks locations across North America — 11,041 in the U.S. and 1,271 in Canada across all 13 provinces and territories.
How does Starbucks's U.S. store count compare to Dunkin'?
Starbucks operates approximately 16,000 total U.S. locations according to corporate filings (including licensed stores not in our dataset). Dunkin' operates approximately 9,500 U.S. locations. Starbucks has a significantly larger store count but higher average unit revenue.
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